Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!
The Busch Animal Outpost in Dade City, FL supports the breeding and population sustainability efforts of Busch Gardens Tampa. As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in these conservation efforts at the off-site facility. If you are dedicated, dependable, and driven, this is the place for you!
What you get to do:
- Provide mental and physical stimulation to a variety of ungulate species
- Provide for animals' best welfare with attention to animal behavior, nutrition, and habitat maintenance
- Daily cleaning and maintenance of animal habitats and state-of-the-art husbandry facilities
- Maintain off-site property landscaping through operation of mowers, string trimmers, pruning tools, and various other devices
- Participation in animal management program planning and procedures
- Participation in animal health exams alongside the veterinary team
- Daily record keeping including ability to learn our electronic record-keeping program (TRACKS)
- Perform other duties as assigned according to business needs
What it takes to succeed:
- A positive, team-minded attitude and desire to give/receive constructive criticism
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) allowing for effective communication with teammates and management
- College degree in Biology, Zoology, Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field preferred
- Previous experience with animal husbandry and herd dynamics preferred
- Skills/experience in mechanical, electrical, and carpentry trades preferred
- Ability to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, procedural manuals, and written materials pertaining to husbandry and animal management
- A strong work ethic with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities appropriately and apply creative problem-solving skills when required
- Excellent observational skills with the ability to work in a changing environment
What else is important:
- 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving guidelines required.
- Able to work at least 28 hours a week
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, holidays, and some overnights
- Must be able to stand, walk, and work in a physically demanding work environment for prolonged periods of time in a variety of weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat, cold, rain)
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. repeatedly on a frequent basis
- Must be willing to comply with, and ensure ambassadors comply with, all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards
- Must be able to successfully complete all legal, company, and department training requirements to include, but not limited to, passing required tests and certifications within established timelines.
Perks of the position:
As part of the SeaWorld family, you'll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:
- FREE park admission
- Discounted park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
- Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
Join the team!
If you're looking for the opportunity to make the most of your abilities in a one-of-a-kind setting with an industry leader, we're looking for you!
The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
- FREE park admission
- Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
- Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
- Scholarship opportunities
- Exclusive employee events and giveaways
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
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